cupflower
Nierembergia scoparia
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 10
Flowers:
Pale blue Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Cupflower should be watered when the top inch of the soil is dry. Depending on the moisture of the soil, temperature, and how much light the plant is receiving you may need to water once every 5-7 days. For best results, water the plant deeply but infrequently. Be sure to water the soil near the base of the plant, rather than the foliage, to avoid fungal diseases.
sunlight
Cupflower (Nierembergia scoparia) requires bright sunlight for optimum growth and blooming. It should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. To ensure the plant stays healthy, it is important to provide consistent sun exposure. When placed in a location that receives too much shade, the plant may become spindly and lack adequate blooms. When exposed to too much sunlight, the leaves of cupflower may scorch or dry out. In order to avoid this, the plant should be placed in a location that receives morning sun and some shade in the afternoon. This will ensure ample sunlight while also providing some protection from too much direct sunlight.
pruning
Cupflower should be pruned in late spring or early summer. Prune off dead and diseased stems, and remove any branches that are competing with the main stems. Prune off any stems that are growing in an awkward direction, as well as any stems that are past their flowering period. Cut back stems to the ground level, but avoid cutting into living tissue. Pruning off 1/3 of the plant is a good rule of thumb and should result in a healthy, balanced plant.
